Since the pandemic began over a year ago, Delta has slashed meals onboard domestic flights, and starting tomorrow June 15th, we’ll get the first glimpse of a return. Delta One passengers traveling from Boston and New York-JFK to and from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle will see a return of meal service. It appears…
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Delta has launched a new promotion for SkyMiles members who are looking to change their flight. With this latest offer, eligible SkyMiles will earn 1,000 bonus miles for making a change either on the Fly Delta app or online now through June 30, 2021. Delta has been having extremely long telephone wait times due to…
Southwest Airlines announced its plans to add service to yet another new destination this year. Syracuse Hancock International Airport will be the newest destination for the airline, as well as Southwest’s 6th destination in New York. Per Southwest, Southwest Airlines Co, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of its first flights this month, has extended its bookable…
The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas is a newer hotel in Irving, Texas, adjacent to the Irving Convention Center. The hotel has 250 guest rooms and suites. It’s a Marriott Bonvoy Category 4 property requiring 25,000 points for a standard free night redemption. Off peak redemptions are 20,000 points and peak nights are 30,000 points…
Amazon Amex Promo Save 40% (Max $40!) Targeted These are my favorite Amazon promos! They come around pretty often and can be very useful if you are saving up to buy something on Amazon. If you have an Amex card that earns MR points linked to your Amazon account, check here to see if you…
World of Hyatt has announced its latest promotion for World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers. This new offer runs from June 15 through September 15, 2021, where cardmembers will 25% of redeemed points back as Bonus Points ONLY at Hyatt’s independent collection brands. Per Hyatt, World of Hyatt Credit Cardmembers can receive 25% of redeemed points…
American Express is offering a 25% transfer bonus to Hawaiian Airlines now through June 310, 2021. With this bonus, you’ll now receive 1,250 HawaiianMiles per 1,000 Membership Rewards points. You must be logged into your Membership Rewards account to view this offer. Membership Rewards normally transfer to Hawaiian Airlines points at 1:1 ratio, meaning 1,000 Membership Rewards points…
It’s no surprise air travel has started to pick up since the pandemic started with nearly 2 million passengers screened through TSA on Friday. It’s great to see so many people traveling again, however as a result airports are busier than ever. Departing Las Vegas today, I attempted to stop in the Centurion Lounge and was…
The Hotel Vin, Autograph Collection is located in Grapevine, Texas, which is less than 10 minutes from the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. This boutique property features 120 guestrooms and suites. It’s a Marriott Bonvoy Category 5 property requiring 35,000 points for a standard free night redemption. Off peak redemptions are 30,000 points and peak…
Southwest Airlines has removed alcohol onboard since the pandemic began, and we recently shared Southwest Airlines Updates Inflight Beverage Service. However, the airline is already backpedaling on this and will be suspending alcohol service indefinitely. To recap, here’s what was planned for next month: Beginning Thursday, June 24, on flights to/from U.S. Mainland and Hawaii: Three…
The St. Regis Bermuda Resort officially opened today marking Marriott’s first resort on the island. As a Category 8, Marriott Bonvoy members will be able to redeem standard rooms from 85,000 points per night. The property is located in the historic Town of St. George’s which is a quick 10 minute drive from the airport.…
Southwest Airlines announced they’ll be bringing back new inflight beverage options as they continue to restore a pre-pandemic inflight experience. Drink coupons with an expiration date of 2020 will be accepted through 12/31/21. Like many airlines, Southwest completely slashed inflight service over a year ago and has since slowly brought a few offerings, so it’s…
Similar to Amazon Go store, where you can enter the store, take whatever you want, and then just walk out, American Express has decided to launch its own contactless store at the Barclays Center in New York. In order to access the American Express Shop, it’s no surprise that you’ll need to be an American…
Here’s a quick way to get some free cash well you’re home during the pandemic. Rakuten, which used to be eBates, is an online shopping portal which offers cash backs when you shop through their portal. They are offering new members $40 free, after signing up and making a purchase of $40 or more, meaning…
The coronavirus pandemic has been going on for a over a year and has impacted life as we know, especially in the travel industry. We’re finally starting to see travel pick-up especially on the domestic front. As a result, most airport club lounges have been reopened for months or are reopening, however the same can’t…
Here’s a quick way to get some free cash well you’re home during the pandemic. Rakuten, which used to be eBates, is an online shopping portal which offers cash backs when you shop through their portal. They are offering new members $40 free, after signing up and making a purchase of $40 or more, meaning…
Priority Pass has been adding more restaurant and experiences to their list that aren’t traditional airport lounges. You’ll find the PGA MSP Lounge at Teminal 1 at Minneapolis- St. Paul International Airport. Located between Concourses D and E, it’s open daily from 11am-8pm. If you’re looking to visit a golf simulator on your layover for either…
Last week, we broke news that Rumor: Southwest Airlines Massive Hawaii Expansion, which Southwest would be launching Hawaii service from Los Angeles; Las Vegas; and Phoenix. Today, Southwest Airlines has officially confirmed the news, with new service launching as soon as June 6, 2021. Los Angeles (LAX)-Hawaii Service on Southwest Airlines from $129 one-way Honolulu,…
The Alila Napa Valley is located in Saint Helena, CA and is new to the Hyatt family only recently opening on March 15, 2021. Previously, the resort was known as Las Alcobas part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection. The property was closed for several months during the pandemic, however it doesn’t appear any major renovations took place…
In the midst of the pandemic, the W Atlanta – Buckhead has been rebranded as Hotel Colee, part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. This actually happened a few months ago, however I didn’t realize this until now. What’s interesting about this re-flagging is that W Atlanta – Buckhead was actually a nice hotel and seemed to…